Anime

Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End Episode 22 is a beautiful look at the mages and who they are, touching an emotional cord in small ways.

Cherry Magic Episode 5 is great romantic storytelling. It uses the tropes of anime romances well and does so with a sincerity that pays off.

Bringing “Beauty and Death” to a close, The Witch And The Beast Episode 5 cements the series as an effortless and unique fantasy story.

Delicious in Dungeon Episode 6 sees Laios turn to paintings for his next meal while Chilchuck faces off with an old foe that haunts him.

Metallic Rouge Episode 5 — “Carnival Dances With Lost Memories” is the strongest installment of the series to date as Rouge and Naomi seek answers.

Bucchigiri?! Episode 4 “Stop the War! ~Sometimes You Gotta Eat Goya Chanpuru~” delivers pure chaos as the different squads near full out war.

Mashle: Magic And Muscles Episodes 13-17 starts the Divine Visionary Candidate Exam Arc as Mash’s secret is exposed to the world.

The Apothecary Diaries Episode 17 sees Maomao and Jinshi take a trip into the city in disguise. Though the purpose of the trip is a mystery.

Yuki and Itsuomi learn more about one another in the lovely and introspective ‘A Sign of Affection’ Episode 5, “The Answer.”

Solo Leveling Episode 5 creates excellent drama through the wonderful combination of action and serious tension.